AsterQuiz AED Usage EssentialsOnline version AED use basics by Alissia Oxendine 1 What does AED stand for? a Automatic Emergency Descriptor b Automated External Defibrillator c Automated Emergency Device 2 When should you use an AED on a person in cardiac arrest? a As soon as it is available if they are unresponsive and not breathing normally b Only if they have a palpable pulse c Only after 5 minutes with no response 3 Before using the AED, what should you do with bystanders? a Have them assist with pad placement b Ask them to clear the area around the person c Record bystander names for the report 4 What is the first step after turning on the AED? a Begin chest compressions immediately without prompts b Check for a pulse with a stethoscope c Follow the voice prompts and apply the pads 5 Where should you place the AED pads on an adult? a Upper right chest and lower left chest b Both pads on the upper chest only c Lower right chest and upper left chest 6 Should you remove medication patches before placing AED pads? a Yes, remove or cut away patches if they interfere b No, leave patches in place c Only remove patches if they are wet 7 Is it safe to use an AED on a person who is lying on metal or wet ground? a Use the pads directly over metal b Ensure the area is dry and away from metal c Place pads over jewelry to improve conductivity 8 Can the AED analyze rhythm if people are touching the patient? a Yes, if you are sure no one is touching b No, no one should touch the patient during analysis c Only if the person is conscious 9 Should pediatric pads be used if available for a child or infant? a Yes, use pediatric pads if available; otherwise use adult pads carefully b Pediatric pads must never be used on adults c No, always use adult pads only 10 What should you do immediately after the AED delivers a shock or finishes analysis? a Check for a pulse before continuing compressions b Resume CPR immediately starting with chest compressions c Wait for a nurse to take over 11 What rhythm requires a Aed? a Ventricular fibrillation b Idioventricular rhythm c Sinus rhythm 12 The AED was designed to ? a Stop the heart b Restart the heart c Treat all arrhythmias 13 The goal for the AED IS to? a Stop the heart b Restore normal sinus rhythm c Shock the heart 14 Who is allowed to use a AED ? a Medical personnel b Schools c Anyone
